Marcus Tullius Cicero's speech describing the activities of Gaius Verres while governor of Sicily highlights what aspect of the Roman Republic?

A) the fair treatment of all subjects
B) the denial of Latin Right to foreigners
C) the extension of citizenship to socii
D) the unchecked power of governors


D

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